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A fundamental and essential feature of the puja ritual is the worship thali. The ghee lamps, kalash, akshata, bell, and a vessel for water all are components of the worship thali. Hinduism adorns and maintains the worship thali prepped for aukshan even before the puja ritual begins. Be it a person's birth anniversary, an induction, a wedding, a deity's worship, a celebration, etc, a puja thali is an essential item everywhere. In light of the fact that it unites all the other important and vital components, the puja thali is important to basically every event. The significance of every element in the puja thali, such as the fire, water, air in the shape of aromatic incense sticks, sacred powders, etc., cannot be emphasized. When each of these positive elements come together in one spot, they magnify and disseminate all throughout space where the ritual is being conducted, filling the air with good energy and driving out all the bad. One can sense and feel tranquility as the entire ecosystem takes on a divine aspect.
The puja thalis that were utilized in the olden times were either composed of gold or copper. The common people used copper puja thalis whereas the Kings and monarchy used gold worship plates. There are numerous fascinating choices available on the market right now because of shifting patterns and differentiated customer demands. Handful of puja thalis possess amazingly detailed carvings, whereas only a few are magnificently coloured and ornamented. There are numerous exquisite patterns, forms, motifs, and artworks for all of these thalis. You will find them all in our store.
The Importance of the Components of the Thali
The thali comprises an assortment of components that each have a distinct cosmic significance-
Haldi: We have almost always known that turmeric is an extremely nutritious spice with several benefits. It is one of the most frequently consumed spices in Indian households as a consequence. It's not solely employed for cooking; it can also be mixed with milk to create a nourishing drink. Turmeric has also been utilized by Indians as a salve for wounds made from powder. This occurs as a consequence of the antiseptic properties of this spice, which accelerate the process of healing. As a result, in Hinduism, it is recognized as pure and prosperous. It is also an integral part of the Diwali Puja Thali precisely for this reason. We add fresh turmeric to the worship thali in line with Hindu traditions to ward off all negative vibes.
Kumkum: Due to its hue, the sacred powder referred to as kumkum is associated with Hindu female goddesses and is consequently regarded as exceptionally lucky. Historically, kumkum has been employed as a sign of prosperity, innocence, and luck. During prayers, it is smeared on the forehead and on freshly purchased items, or during new beginnings. Women also adorn their shrines with kumkum as a mark of their wedding. In Hindu culture, celebrations and holy rituals are linked to the color red. As a consequence, it is an important component in each and every pooja. On the forehead is where it's intended to be administered.
Fresh Flowers: The prominence of flowers on a Diwali Puja Thali is for an assortment of reasons. They initially boost the thali's aesthetic value. Every puja is rendered holy and seems like a ceremony of auspicious beginnings by the hues. As they generate a pleasant atmosphere, their fragrance is essential to the puja. In fact, Hindu mythology says that flowers were used in festivals and rituals by the Gods and Goddesses themselves. Floral centerpieces were utilized in their devotion of the everlasting force that nourishes us all.
Whole Rice Grains: Since rice is considered to be a source of power, incorporating rice on a thali symbolizes development and vitality. The scarlet of Kumkum is generally applied to rice for pujas to indicate that the grains are going to be used for celebrations and a promising opportunity. They can be integrated into the thali without even being covered in kumkum. In such circumstances, laying rice atop wet Kumkum on the forehead will achieve the same consequence as coloured rice.
FAQS
Q1. Why is a Puja Thali essential?
One of the techniques to serve the god in Hindu mythology is by employing a puja thali.
Q2.How should a Diwali Puja thali be positioned?
The god is at the forefront of the Diwali Puja thali, near the place where the god has been venerated, and at the opposite end, close to the disciple.
Q3. How should Puja thali be arranged?
A Puja thali plays an important and auspicious role in offering various ritualistic items to the deity of worship. Therefore, it should be arranged in a specific way according to Shastra (Vedas). In the Puja thali, Haldi (turmeric) and Kumkum pastes are placed to the right and Gulal to the left of the individual. Fresh flowers and sandalwood paste are kept towards the deity, and the offering of money is kept towards the individual. In the middle of the Puja thali, sweets and whole rice grains are placed.
Q4. What is Puja thali made of?
A Puja thali is a plate on which all the ritualistic items or paraphernalia are arranged for offering to the Lord. It is a new and unused thali that is exclusively dedicated to deity worship or performing ritualistic ceremonies. Since it is used in the service of the Lord, the Puja thali is usually made of copper or silver. Of course, the Lord is very merciful and compassionate to the conditioned souls, and does not pay attention to the external things with which we are serving Him, but sees the attitude with which we engage in His loving devotional service. But we should serve Him to the best of our capability. Therefore, those who cannot invest much are recommended to buy a steel thali.
Q5. Why is Puja thali important?
Although it is true that God does not need our services to be happy and pleased, it is we who need to be engaged in His loving devotional service to be freed from all material contamination. Therefore, it is always recommended to serve the deities with love and devotion and to the best of our capability. All the ritualistic items (paraphernalia) that are offered to the Lord during a Puja are for this purpose. These items are arranged on a clean and unused Puja thali, a plate, and then offered to the Lord. Thus, a Puja thali is a must-have for performing an Aarti or ritual.
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